Senior software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Senior software engineer make in United States of America?

$120,000/ Annual
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The average Senior software engineer in United States of America is $120,000 per year or $60.73 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $99,500 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $152,930 per year.

Median$120,000

Low$99,500

High$152,930

Senior software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America

California$135,411

Maryland$132,150

Washington$130,202

Virginia$130,090

New York$121,044

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